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MTB Reviews > Mountain bikes > 29er bikes > Niner Air 9
Niner's all new Air 9 exemplifies high performance at O2 weights with the custom butted and drawn Easton Scandium GX2 geared only frame.
While the Air 9 is based on Niner's award winning One 9, we didn't just simply put a derailleur hanger and a standard bottom bracket into the One 9. We redesigned the frame from the ground
reviewed by guest on April 13, 2010
model: 2011 frame
Niner Air 9 Reviews
Description:
Niner's all new Air 9 exemplifies high performance at O2 weights with the custom butted and drawn Easton Scandium GX2 geared only frame.
While the Air 9 is based on Niner's award winning One 9, we didn't just simply put a derailleur hanger and a standard bottom bracket into the One 9. We redesigned the frame from the ground
up with an all new proprietary Easton GX2 tubeset. Everything from the drop outs to the head tube was re-examined for maximum weight savings while still maintaining the strength and ride quality that is paramount to all Niner frames.
Reviews
on August 16, 2011
Pros
Good component mix. Fairly lightweight frame.
Cons
Geometry feels a little compressed to me, leaving me sitting more upright on the bike. The bike I rode may not have been the right size but the chainstays were noticeably shorter than on my d660 (which is good or bad, depending on what you're looking for).
Review
Solid bike, though I imagined a much more exciting experience after all the hype I had heard and read about Niners.
on May 30, 2011
Pros
Fast frame with a really compliant ride. Perfect flex and geometry.
Cons
Low color combinations and choices available.
Review
So light it's unfair and crazy easy on your bones, there's nothing I'd rather race for the money.
reviewed by guest on April 13, 2010
model: 2011 frame
Pros
Super light frame. Scandium is quite cushy for its weight. Rear triangle is especially vertically compliant. No observed torsional movement anywhere on the frame. Did I mention that it is light? I've got the Air9 frame in raw aluminum and, boy, it is sexy.
Cons
Pretty expensive frame given that it's a hard tail. Retails for around $800, I think.
Review
This bike is light as hell and rides like a cloud. If you're shooting for a geared hard tail for XC racing, the Air 9 should be on your short list.
Pros
It's like conventional MB with big wheels. Handles great, climbs awesome. It has Kenda small block 8s and it is a fast bike.
Cons
Nothing as of yet
Review
Love it! Got it at Johnny Sprockets in Chicago.
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